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use and maintenance RS 125
PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS
Component Check Page
Front and rear disc brakes Check the functioning, the idle stroke of the control levers, the fluid level and make
sure there are no leaks. Check the wear of the pads. If necessary, top up the fluid
tank.
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28, 60
Accelerator Make sure that it works smoothly and that it is possible to open and close it
completely, in all steering positions. If necessary, adjust and/or lubricate it.
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2 stroke oil/
transmission oil
Check and/or top up if necessary.
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Wheel/tyres Check the tyre surface, the inflation pressure, wear and tear and any damage.
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Brake levers Make sure that they work smoothly. If necessary, lubricate the articulations and
adjust the stroke.
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Steering Make sure that the steering rotates smoothly, without any clearance or slackening. –
Clutch The idle stroke at the end of the clutch lever must be about 10÷15 mm; the clutch
must operate without jerking and/or slipping.
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Side stand Make sure that it works smoothly and that the spring tension brings it back to its
normal position. If necessary, lubricate joints and hinges. Make sure that the safety
switch on the side stand operates correctly.
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Fastening elements Make sure that the fastening elements are not loose.
If necessary, adjust or tighten them.
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Drive chain Check the slack.
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Fuel tank Check the fuel level and top up, if necessary. Make sure there are no leaks or air
bubbles in the circuit.
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Coolant The coolant level in the expansion tank must be included between the "MIN" and
"MAX" marks.
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Lights, warning lights, horn and
electric devices
Check the proper functioning of the acoustic and visual devices.
Change the bulbs or intervene in case of failure.
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